November 27
2020
The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue, by VE Schwab
The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue, by VE Schwab
Title: The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue
Author: VE Schwab
Genre/ issues: Magic realism. Fantasy. Historical fiction. How we leave a mark. Relationships.
Shop local where you can: For Australian readers, you can find this book on Booktopia, or support your local independent bookstore. US readers, check out Bookshop.org.
I’ve been sitting outside finishing this masterpiece of a book, as the sun has moved around the yard casting shadows and light in varying patterns across the grass and trees. I wish I’d written this book, so much that it almost hurts.
Addie is desperate to escape a life being forced upon her, and makes a deal in the dark – she is granted the freedom to live forever, but destined to be forgotten when she passes from sight. For almost 3 centuries she leaves no mark on anyone’s memories – but then one day, she returns to a book store. And Henry remembers her.
Across continents and centuries, this book explores what it means to be loved, to be seen, and to be significant. I know I’ve said many times this year that the book I’m reviewing is one of the best I’ve ever read. Saying it about this one doesn’t make the others any less true. Exquisite, magical, wonderful. Thank you for Addie and Henry, Victoria. I will remember them and love them with clear eyes for many years to come.
#TamaraReads #2020readingchallenge 79/100
Happy reading,
